This drink is a classic, dating back to the early part of the 20th Century. It’s strong, so I like it as an alternative to a martini, but it’s far more tart. Adding the maraschino cherry gives it a bit of sweetness to cut the boozy tartness, and it will make the drink look slightly pink and more interesting. Most liquor stores carry maraschino liqueur, but at one store they only knew it by the brand-name Luxardo, so you may need to ask for it that way. This drink is sometimes made with a violet-flavored liquor, but that can taste soap-y to some people, which is why I’ve gone with the version shown here.

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